Hey Everyone, I'm a session saxophonist, been performing in NYC for the last 12 years, producing for the last 5 years and looking to make connections and work with as many people as possible.
Saxophonist and producer with an edge.
I'd love to hear about your project. Click the 'Contact' button above to get in touch.
Interview with Nick Stefanacci
Q: What advice do you have for a customer looking to hire a provider like you?
A: Have a clear vision for your track, with some reference tracks.
Q: If you were on a desert island and could take just 5 pieces of gear, what would they be?
A: Sax, Laptop w Pro Tools and Ableton, SM7B Mic, Apogee Interface and an XLR!
Q: What was your career path? How long have you been doing this?
A: Been playing sax since I'm 10, performing since I'm 16 and producing for the past 8 years.
Q: How would you describe your style?
A: Pop Fusion - infusing Jazz Harmonic structures with Funk Bass lines and definitive pop vocals.
Q: Which artist would you like to work with and why?
A: Jay-Z. He's a visionary that's not afraid to think outside of the box and those are the creative minds that I love to be around and collaborate with.
Q: Can you share one music production tip?
A: Reference tracks are a must to bring clarity to a project.
Q: What type of music do you usually work on?
A: Funk / Pop / R&B / Rock / Dance
Q: What's your strongest skill?
A: A consummate professional.
Q: What do you bring to a song?
A: Producer - I try to understand the vision of my client and bring my experiences and professionalism to any project. Saxophonist - I try to make the album jump even more, again it really depends on the situation, if it's a ballad, then I'm playing melodically and leaving space, if it's an EDM track then I'm blasting away trying to tear down walls.
Q: What's your typical work process?
A: Producer - have a meeting with my client and talk about the sound/vibe of the album and figure out some reference tracks to go off of. Saxophonist - have a meeting with my client to discuss what they want from me as a performer - specific parts to play or where to improvise a solo, any pertinent details to give the client what they are looking for.
Q: Tell us about your studio setup.
A: Project Studio for recording 1 part at a time and access to a Professional Studio for full band live sessions if need be.
Q: What other musicians or music production professionals inspire you?
A: Quincy Jones
Q: Describe the most common type of work you do for your clients.
A: Saxophone Solos
